Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11357) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11357) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Linkwood
★ 4.00
£74
| Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11357) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 51.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £73.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11357) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11357) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £74.
For beginners: Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £73.82)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11357) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£73.82 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Islay?
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11357) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11357) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)